Stellantis Halts Retooling of Ontario Plant for Jeep Compass Production

The automaker cites a reassessment of product strategy, delaying production until 2026 and raising concerns among Canadian union leaders.

Stellantis has temporarily paused retooling at its Brampton, Ontario plant, which was set to produce new Jeep Compass models with electric and hybrid powertrain options.
Production at the facility, originally planned to resume in late 2025, is now delayed until the first quarter of 2026 as the company reevaluates its North American product strategy.
Unifor, Canada’s largest private sector union representing Stellantis workers, has expressed grave concern about the delay, citing risks to jobs and economic stability in the region.
The decision comes during industry uncertainty, fueled by potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian auto imports and the rollback of electric vehicle policies under the Trump administration.
Stellantis’ leadership changes and shifting priorities, including advancing hybrid Ram truck production, reflect broader strategic adjustments following a challenging 2024.